Learning Support Assistant - Charnwood Primary School

Charnwood Primary Academy (part of Staffordshire University Academies Trust); Lichfield; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Charnwood Primary Academy in Lichfield is seeking a caring, enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to provide dedicated 1:1 support for a pupil with additional learning needs in EYFS. You will help the pupil feel safe, included and ready to learn throughout the school day, supporting communication, emotional regulation and social interaction.

Reporting to the class teacher, you will deliver targeted interventions, assist with routines, and help foster a welcoming, inclusive environment while

Qualifications

• Experience of working with or caring for children with additional needs.
• A relevant teaching and learning qualification, including Level 3, is desirable.
• A willingness to undertake relevant training is essential.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 support tailored to the pupil’s individual needs, while encouraging independence.
• Supporting learning through play, classroom activities and daily routines.
• Delivering individual and small group interventions planned or directed by the class teacher.
• Supporting communication, social interaction, emotional wellbeing and positive relationships with other children.
• Observing the pupil’s engagement and progress, recording relevant information and sharing this with the class teacher.
• Following agreed strategies and supporting interventions recommended by outside agencies.
• Providing personal care sensitively, maintaining the pupil’s dignity and following school procedures.
• Supervising and supporting pupils during lunch and outdoor play.
• Building positive relationships with parents and carers, sharing information as agreed with the class teacher.
• Helping prepare learning resources and maintaining a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment.

Skills

1:1 support

Communication

Emotional regulation

Teamwork

Safeguarding

Literacy

Numeracy

Education

Level 3 teaching qualification

Job description

Learning Support Assistant

Contract
Fixed Term to 31/08/2027

Start date
As soon as possible

Working pattern
Monday to Friday, term-time only plus INSETs

Hours
30 hrs per week

Grade
Staffordshire Local Government Grade 3, SCP 5

FTE salary
£26,427 per annum

Actual salary
£18,513.24 per annum, pro rata

Location
Charnwood Primary Academy, Lichfield

The opportunity

Charnwood Primary Academy is looking for a caring, enthusiastic and patient Teaching Assistant / Learning Support Assistant to provide dedicated 1:1 support for a pupil with additional learning needs in our Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).

The successful candidate will help pupils feel safe, included and ready to learn. Support may include communication, emotional regulation, social interaction, independence, positive behaviour and engagement in suitable activities.

This is an opportunity to join a welcoming team and make a meaningful difference to a child’s experience of school, helping them feel safe, included and ready to learn.

What the role involves

Working under the direction of the class teacher, you will support the pupil throughout the school day, helping them access learning, explore the EYFS provision and participate in school life.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing 1:1 support tailored to the pupil’s individual needs, while encouraging independence.
• Supporting learning through play, classroom activities and daily routines.
• Delivering individual and small group interventions planned or directed by the class teacher.
• Supporting communication, social interaction, emotional wellbeing and positive relationships with other children.
• Observing the pupil’s engagement and progress, recording relevant information and sharing this with the class teacher.
• Following agreed strategies and supporting interventions recommended by outside agencies.
• Providing personal care sensitively, maintaining the pupil’s dignity and following school procedures.
• Supervising and supporting pupils during lunch and outdoor play.
• Building positive relationships with parents and carers, sharing information as agreed with the class teacher.
• Helping prepare learning resources and maintaining a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment.

Why this role matters

The right support can make a lasting difference to a child’s confidence, independence and enjoyment of learning.

By building a trusting relationship and recognising the pupil’s individual strengths and needs, you will help them overcome barriers, develop new skills and experience success. You will be an important part of the team helping them feel that they belong and can achieve.

We are looking for someone who

• Has experience of working with or caring for children with additional needs.
• Is warm, patient and encouraging, with a calm and consistent approach.
• Can build positive, professional relationships with children, families and colleagues.
• Has good literacy, numeracy, communication and organisational skills.
• Can follow the class teacher’s direction, work effectively within a team and use initiative appropriately.
• Understands the importance of safeguarding, confidentiality and professional boundaries.
• Is comfortable providing personal care with sensitivity and respect.
• Is flexible and willing to support children across different activities and routines.
• Is committed to improving outcomes for children and developing their own skills through training.

Experience of working as a Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant, providing 1:1 support, or working within EYFS would be an advantage. A relevant teaching and learning qualification, including Level 3, is desirable. A willingness to undertake relevant training is essential.

About Charnwood Primary Academy

Charnwood Primary Academy is a welcoming one form entry primary school at the heart of its community, educating children from Nursery to Year 6. As part of Staffordshire University Academies Trust, we benefit from strong professional support while maintaining a warm, inclusive and child-centred ethos.

Our school motto, Inspire, Nurture, Achieve, underpins everything we do. We are committed to providing a safe, caring and supportive environment where every child is known, valued and encouraged to reach their full potential. Our core values of Respect, Independence, Dedication and Integrity are central to daily school life and guide the way we work with pupils, families and colleagues.

What we offer

• A friendly, supportive and welcoming school community.
• Enthusiastic children who are proud of their school.
• A positive working environment where staff are valued and supported.
• Access to training and professional development opportunities.
• Support from Staffordshire University Academies Trust.

Closing date: Sunday 15th November 2026

Recruitment and safeguarding

Charnwood Primary Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

This position is subject to a criminal records check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) which will require you to disclose details of all unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions as part of the recruitment process. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a self‑declaration of their criminal record and other relevant safeguarding information that may make them unsuitable to work with children.

It is an offence to apply for this position if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity.

A copy of the school’s Safeguarding Policy can be viewed here: https://www.charnwood.staffs.sch.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/SUAT-Model-Safeguarding-Policy-2026.pdf

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